The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is expressing its support for the significant increase in funding for the Department of Defense's (DoD) Office of Corrosion Policy and Oversight (CPO) that is included in the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA, which has received bipartisan support in Congress, is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.

The legislation includes a boost in funding for the CPO, with the office set to receive $7.1 million in the upcoming fiscal year. This represents a roughly $4.5 million increase over the initially proposed funding levels. The additional funding is intended to support the CPO’s efforts to address the significant impact of corrosion on the DoD’s assets and infrastructure.

“This funding increase underscores Congress’ recognition of the critical role that corrosion prevention plays in maintaining the safety, readiness and longevity of defense assets,” said Kern Williams, AMPP Manager of Government Relations. “This is not just an investment in infrastructure; it’s an investment in national security.”

For more than two decades, AMPP has been a key partner to the DoD’s CPO in its efforts to reduce the lifecycle costs and extend the longevity of the department’s assets. The organization works to advance the CPO’s mission through a range of activities, including research and the development of new materials and technologies.

The NDAA is a comprehensive piece of legislation that outlines the budget and priorities for the DoD and other national security agencies. The bill includes a wide range of provisions that impact the defense industry as a whole, as well as specific funding and policy measures that are of particular interest to AMPP and its members.